Adam Foote

Enhancing US Special Operations Forces Capacity to Foster Resistance: Aligning Authorities and Resources to Win the Gray Zone

Introduction US Special Operations Forces (USSOF) provide a unique advantage to the Joint Force with their responsiveness, adaptability, and specialized skills. USSOF capabilities—from cyber expertise to civil affairs—enable them to shape and stabilize regions and preempt threats before they escalate. USSOF is incredibly impactful in Irregular Warfare, where